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Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee... more
FAQs about Books & Banter with Les & Co.:How many episodes does Books & Banter with Les & Co. have?The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.
June 05, 2026Bookish Habits: The Good, The Bad, The UglyJoin Les, Dem, and Madie for a chaotic and honest conversation about all things bookish habits — the good, the bad, and the downright ugly. From annotating and tabbing to DNF guilt, book buying addictions, reading slumps, midnight “just one more chapter” decisions, and everything in between.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more43minPlay
May 29, 2026Kindred Schemes - A Swoon Worthy Historical RomanceJoin Jess and I as we meet R.K. Harrington to talk about her debut Historical Romantic Mystery novel, Kindred Schemes. We have so much fun talking about R.K.’s writing journey, learning more about creating characters and their titles as well as learning who was her favourite villain! We get to end off the episode in a fun way talking about movie adaptations and our true feelings about them.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more48minPlay
May 19, 2026It's all for the THRILL of it!This is the one for the thrill seekers and psychological or mystery lovers. Join Kiana and I as we talk thrillers. We also take a deep dive into the novel, The Quiet Tenant, by Clémence Michallon – so you don’t want to miss this one! If you have not read the Quiet Tenant and you plan to – you can skip this one.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more34minPlay
March 27, 2026... and that's a MINDF*CK!Join us while we talk about the Mindfuck Series written by S.T. Abby. If you haven’t read the series and you are planning to, maybe skip this one. If you have, I hope you have some of the same opinions as we do. This one is more a discussion and less banter - but nonetheless, so much fun. Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more29minPlay
March 20, 2026Safe Love – Welcome to Love, SaskatchewanThis week, join my co-host Madie and the one and only Jessica Pichula, a brand-new local Saskatchewan author, for a discussion about her debut novel, Safe Love. Safe Love is a heartfelt small-town romance filled with twists and turns, suspense, and the sweetest found family. We chat about how the story first came to her, her journey from writing to publishing, what it was like hosting her launch party, and of course, all the best moments from the book itself. You won’t want to miss this episode—be sure to grab your copy of Safe Love today!Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more48minPlay
March 13, 2026The Genre EvolutionThis week, I’m joined by Jasmyne as we look back at how my reading tastes have changed over time. We trace my genre timeline—from early romance and fantasy to dark romance, sports romance, and the high-spice romantic era—and how each shift has reflected my own growth. We also dig into the biggest romance trends heading into 2025, including STEM rom-coms, the resurgence of sports romance, neurodivergent slow burns, dark-academia love stories, and the ongoing dominance of grumpy/sunshine. It’s a conversation about how exploring new genres can reveal new sides of us and keep the joy of reading alive.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more31minPlay
March 06, 2026Podcast Rediscovering Self Through Reading in MotherhoodIn this episode, Jasmyne and I dive into how reading helped her find herself again in motherhood—because let’s be honest, she’s doing the parenting and I’m just here with my TBR pile and opinions. She shares how books rebuilt her confidence, gave her a purpose outside of mom life, and reminded her she’s more than a snack provider-in-chief. We also talk about how the book community helped her feel less isolated and how escaping into stories sometimes feels like the only “me time” she gets. Lots of laughs, a little chaos, and a whole lot of love for the power of reading.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more24minPlay
February 27, 2026The Book Signing ExperienceAlanna is back, and we’re diving into The Book Signing Experience—aka the thrilling sport of standing in line to say three words to an author while clutching seventeen books and a friendship bracelet. We chat about swag chaos, trading cards, social anxiety, time management, and how reading somehow turned into a full-contact fandom event. It’s funny, quirky, and painfully relatable for anyone who has ever panicked about what to say while getting a signature.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more32minPlay
February 21, 2026Defining RomantasyAlanna joins us this week as we attempt to define Romantasy—because somehow dragons, destiny, and dramatic make-outs all ended up in the same genre and nobody stopped it. We chat about when fantasy picked up a romance side-quest, whether it’s gone too far (or not far enough), why BookTok is feral for morally grey love interests, and how covers and marketing now scream “there will be kissing.” We laugh about tropes taking over genres, debate if Romantasy is a trend or the new normal and wildly speculate about what comes next. It’s playful, nerdy, and delightfully chaotic—perfect for anyone who likes their magic with a side of pining.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more30minPlay
February 20, 2026Book Club CentralDem is back as co-host, and we’re diving into Book Club Central—where an introverted hobby somehow turns into group chats, meet-ups, and chaotic debates about fictional characters. We talk about Not Your Average Book Club, how people make friends through reading, whether virtual or in-person clubs are superior, and if buddy reads are bonding or just polite pressure. It’s fun, chatty, and packed with relatable book-lover energy.Join Les and rotating cast of co-hosts for a weekly fun filled, talk about all things books!You can shoot us an email to [email protected]No matter who you are we guarantee you will find a show (or multiple) for yourself on the Dufferin Ave Media Network! If you can't find one, start your own! We can help you with that! We're a community of passionate hosts, audio engineers, avid listeners, and day dreamers on a mission to shape the future of on-demand content together.Don't follow us on social media:X (twitter): https://twitter.com/DufferinAveNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dufferinavemedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dufferin-Ave-Media-Network/61557492890012/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duffavemedia...more36minPlay
FAQs about Books & Banter with Les & Co.:How many episodes does Books & Banter with Les & Co. have?The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.